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The Inflated Tear

The Inflated Tear

The Inflated Tear is a sublimely melancholic and affecting work. Rahsaan Roland Kirk had a unique technique, sometimes playing three horns simultaneously. His influences ranged across R ’n’ B, blues, bebop, avant-garde and rock – which made him the quintessential Atlantic artist. Garry Booth

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Published: January 20, 2012 at 4:14 pm

COMPOSERS: Roland Kirk
LABELS: Atlantic Jazz
ALBUM TITLE: Atlantic Reissues: Roland Kirk
PERFORMER: Roland Kirk
CATALOGUE NO: 8122-75207-2



The Inflated Tear is a sublimely melancholic and affecting work. Rahsaan Roland Kirk had a unique technique, sometimes playing three horns simultaneously. His influences ranged across R ’n’ B, blues, bebop, avant-garde and rock – which made him the quintessential Atlantic artist. Garry Booth
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